This space is provided as a simple whiteboard
on which D company troopers can place announcements, greetings, or
requests. If you'd like to post something here, send it to me as email.
David.L.Avery@dartmouth.edu
8/14/2009
My name is Charles Mattson, my father is Douglas Mattson who was in D Co. from sept 69 to sept 70. He suffered a devastating heartattack in 06, and this year he had a stroke and can no longer speak. He is still here thank the lord, he is all I have in this world, and I am very proud of him and of all of you who served with D co. He has always told me how lucky he was to sreve with all of you and how proud he was to have been in D Co. I will keep you informed as to his progress and THANK YOU , you are all so very inportant to my Dad.
Doug Mattson [dougmtn@yahoo.com]
5/1/2009
I
am trying to find out any information on1st Lt George Joseph Bodnar. I am trying
to put together a memorial for Vietnam Vets at my old High School. George was an
alumni who graduated in 1962 and I graduated in 1966. I wanted to pay special
tribute to him and the other 5 Veterans who were KIA from my school. I was
wondering if any of his fellow troopers will be at this years reunion so perhaps
we can get together. I will be attending and seated at the 33rd Chemical
Detachment table. Any stories or pictures will be appreciated. I attended
Cathedral Latin High School in Cleveland Ohio.
Thank you,
John Baumhackl
33rd Chemical Detachment
Air Cavalry Troop
Sept 1969 to Sept 1970
3/27/2009
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3/18/2008
My name is Douglas Mattson and I was driver of 3/4 from 9/69 to 9/70 and "lower" was my best friend. That’s g jaris henderson for those how don’t remember. I would love to hear from anyone from delta co and also wish to set the record about "lower" who was not killed by friendly fire as is alluded to on his memoriam. The dink who got him was killed by our tank that day in the trees. I can’t ever forget that day he was my best friend in ‘nam. Thank you for any pictures from that time all of mine were destroyed that day by an rpg that hit my ammo box that held my picks and camera
Douglas Mattson
8/17/2007
Please change my email address in your address book to:
This is necessary because Embarq bought Sprint
which used Earthlink as the email provider. I can no longer receive email using
the old Earthlink address. I will appreciate receiving your confirmation that
you have made the change. Thanks, Bill
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2/16/2007
Gareth Burgmann II, Kingsport.
Gareth “Tiny”
Burgmann ll, age 58, died Tuesday. Calling hours will be Saturday evening from
5 to 7 p.m. at Scott County Funeral Home, Weber City, Va. The funeral will
follow in the chapel. Military graveside rites will be observed Sunday
afternoon at 2 p.m. in the Holston View Cemetery.
Gareth died from complications from Agent Orange. Please share with other
fellow Blackhorse Troopers. Re
4th Platoon Scout Section, D Company
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5/15/2006
My
name is Mary Matthews Singleton and my husband was Sgt. Charles Crockett Matthews,
who was killed in Vietnam on August 13, 1969. Charles was in D Company, 1st
Squadron and was a tank commander. I have been trying to find anyone who may
have known him in Vietnam and so far have had no luck. Since I have remarried,
would it still be possible for me to get a roster of the men in his company and
any information about his death? He arrived in Vietnam on June 23, 1969, and
was killed in Binh Long. The information that I was given on August 15, 1969,
was very general and only stated that he had been killed in action. Charles had
told me that D Company was a very "close knit" company and that
everyone knew each other. I feel like there may be someone out there who can
help me with the information that I need. Even after 37 years, the pain is
still there. Sometimes, it seems like only yesterday.
Thank you for your help.
Mary Matthews Singleton
<mardis97@aol.com >
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4/19/2006
Does
anyone know the whereabouts of SGT Robert (Bob) Norris? He was dusted
off out of the Michelin Rubber plantation in March 1969. I haven't heard a
word
about him since. He was the tank commander of D-24 with Tom Currie as
driver
and Jimmy Webb as loader.
Glenn "Doc" Clark <GMRDCLARK@aol.com>
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2/27/2006
Darrell
Kennedy would like to hear from those he served with. He can not remember names
or which tank he was on. Time in country April69-Mar70. He does know he was
wounded 5-15-69. He knows he was a loader. He was from near Kansas
City. Further he asks if anyone else has dystonia. Editor's
Note: Dystonia is a neurological movement disorder characterized by
involuntary muscle contractions, which force certain parts of the body into
abnormal, sometimes painful, movements or postures. Dystonia can affect any
part of the body including the arms and legs, trunk, neck, eyelids, face, or
vocal cords.
Darrel Kennedy <donnak64477@msn.com>
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11/5/2005
David, can you find out what disciplinary action was taken, if any, in the
following incident? I realize it was an M Company accident, but I'm hoping your
11 ACR contacts might be able to shed some light on this. Thanks, Bill
1ST Inf Div DJ 22 Mar 69, entry 1538H, 11th ACR, 3rd Bde, 0745H, B/1-28
XT794538, Sweep Tm moving S toward Thunder I met 3 tks (from M/3-11) heading N;
gunner raised the main gun & it went off - results 1 US killed, 1 US
wounded; under investigation by 11 ACR.
"Bill Haponski" <bhaponski@earthlink.net>
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10/7/2005
Dear Sir,
I am from Fulda/Germany were the 11th ACR was stationed before they goes back
to Fort Irwin!I am collecting Beer Steins and Coins from "our" Regiment
as a Souvenir/Memory! Maybe your page can help me to find some for my
collection!
Thank you very much from Fulda
Marco <workhorse@t-online.de>
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9/19/2005
To all the guys of 4th Platoon, 68-69. If you read this email please respond. I
would like to see as many of you as possible at our next reunion, so try to
make it. I was so excited that I would be seeing Chief, (Leroy Zacherle) when I
learned he passed away on May 17th. Keep his family in your prayers. I was very
close to Chief and Gareth Bergman while in country. We were unique because 4th
platoon only existed for a short time and we need to stick together.
Thanks,
James Mullican (Mack) Tuten's Track
pjmullican@bellsouth.net
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8/23/2005
Hey Guys,
I received an e-mail recently from Mary, who was married to Charles C.
Matthews. He was a Sgt. MOS being 11E40, who was killed in action in Vietnam,
on August 13, 1969. He was only in country 53 days when he was KIA. As she remembers
he was in the first platoon. She is trying to find anyone who remembers him, so
if any of you think that you do, let me know and I will get her in touch with
you.
Thanks,
Larry Hall <cavtanker33@msn.com>
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8/15/2005
Hello I'am the daughter of Leroy Zacherle Sr. my father. I just wanted those
of you who knew him he has passed away May 17th he was in Vietnam in 68 , 4th
Platoon ACAV Scout Section from 1968 is and Delta Company member Spec 4. I know
he was grateful to find those of you who he knew online it gave him a lot of
closure so thank you
Faith M. Zacherle Volmar
<FaithMVolmar@aol.com>
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8/1/2005
David,
I am the sister of Roger L. Byus, E Troop, KIA 11/24/69. I have had the
pleasure of attending some of the 11th Cav reunions and I believe that I have
met you, but I am not sure.
I am writing on behalf of the widow of Sgt. Charles Matthews, D Co., KIA
8/13/69. She would like very much to contact someone who knew Sgt. Matthews
during his tour of duty in Vietnam. We are asking for your help in locating
someone. Any help or suggestions you can provide will be greatly appreciated.
Your Blackhorse sister,
Ruth Ann
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7/13/2005
Hi David,
My name is Jennifer Rawles. I am the daughter of Edwin
L. Brown. He served with the 11th Cav D Company. Can you please let his
brothers know that 1st Sgt. Edwin L. Brown has passed away. I will be having a
memorial for him on July 30th, 2005 at 1400 hours at the Moose Lodge in Ukiah,
CA. The address is 1282 South State St. 707-462-7806 for anyone who would wish
to attend. Please convey that they are welcomed to come. My father was VERY
proud of the men he served with. I am VERY proud of my father and all the men that
served with him as well. And would love to meet with any of the men he knew and
loved.
Thank you,
Jennifer Rawles
Allons!
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2/3/2005
I am trying to reestablish contact with Jim Fitzpatrick. We both served with
D Co and went over with the squadron on the Sultan.. Fitz has been a
contributor to the photo section. I recently retired and have a new web
address. I have tried the address I have for him but do not get a response.
Please post this note as I know he checks this site. Thanks for your help and I
want you to know the site is worth a lot to me and many others. My new web
address is jetteclif1@aol.com
Jim Clifford MSG Retired
<jetteclif1@aol.com>
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1/31/2005
Hey D Co. guys, it's been several years since we've made a push to locate
some of our old D Co. brothers. Let's see if we can't round up some more and
get them to coming to the reunions.
Robb Forston
forsto@psci.net/
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Related to Robb's note above, I'd really like to add more company rosters to the web site. About twice a week I get email from someone who served in D company that says something like "I can't remember his name other than he was an SP/5 named Joe who DEROS'ed in Jun of '69. Can you tell me the correct spelling of his name so I can search for him in the Internet?" Copies of the morning reports would be a great help in answering these questions. I keep thinking I'll have time to go to the national archives and dig some out, but hasn't happened.
David Avery
Webmaster
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1/7/2005
Miller has a great choice of cavalry Stetsons at http://www.millerhats.com/cavalry_index/cavalry.html,
although I'm not quite sure which to choose. I also have not located a source
for the right hat brass, the old style crossed sabers with an eleven above and
a one below, like http://crossedsabers-chapter-giftshop.com/catalog/index.php?cPath=30
shows for the 1/12 cav
You can buy a Blackhorse ring at http://www.classicrings.com/Army/ar67.htm but
they are pricey. I've never seen a Blackhorse challenge coin, something that
some units have as souvenirs
David Avery
Webmaster
1/7/2005
Just a quick Question. Does the 11 ACR have a Ring? If so where can we order it from, if not why don't we get us a design and have one made. If anyone is interested getting a Cav. stetson it can be bought at Miller Hat Company in Houston, Texas.
Robert Nugent <robertnugent2002@yahoo.com>
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12/7/2004
I am looking to contact Jack D. Huskey, SSG D CO 1st Sqdn 1/11 ACR of 69 or Randall G. Morgan SP4 D CO 1st Sqdn 1/11 ACR of 69, about the events of 15 of Aug 1969. I believe you were with my Dad and would like to know what happened, you three were wounded the same day. My Dad is Danny J. Newman SP4 D CO 1st Sqdn 1/11 ACR of 69.
Dan Newman (DWNewman07@aol.com)
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10/4/2004
This a brief note to announce the passing of my father, Virgil Bolte,09-30-04, he "Rode with the Blackhorse" in 1966- 1967..was I believe with "D" CO.... He was very proud to have served and was equally proud of his association with the Black horse. He put up a very strong fight with cancer for approximately a years time. He leaves behind his wife Jackie of over 50 years. 5 kids and there kids.... as well as his extended family in the "unit". Please post this so those who knew him can mark his passing. thank you.
This is a brief note to announce the passing of Virgil Bolte,09/30/04, he "rode with the Blackhorse" '66-'67in Vietnam .I believe he was in " D" troop. He was proud to have served and equally proud of his association with the Blackhorse. He leaves behind his wife Jackie of more than 50 years, and 5 kids and there kids and a large extended family. Dad survived whatever the North Vietnamese threw his way, but Cancer is just as deadly an enemy
Wayde Bolte. (e mail)wayde0000@comcast.net
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8/30/2004
Good to see the site back in business. I finally finished my model of the D
Co M577 (Dudley Doright) and I am looking for pictures of the M88 from 70 - 71.
If anyone can help I it would be appreciated. If there are any special
markings, names or features on the M88 from this time please let me know. I
like to build my models as accurately as possible. E-mail to
sagaylor@adelphia.net.
Thank you for you service,
Scott Gaylor
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6/1/2004
Mr. Goldthwaite-
My dad served with the 1/11th HHT, 7/68-7/69. He never talks much about
his Nam time, but the one story we heard again and again growing up was of the
monkey. I have old, faded pictures and wasn't sure of the
numbers on the tank in the photo. I was never sure of my dad's
1/11th service until I saw your post of the monkey. (Which made me smile!)
With more research, I've been able to understand part of my dad's life he
isn't able to talk about- although now, he is able to talk to his
grandkids about some of it. Thank you!
Kelly Meyrick
kellylcharles@hotmail.com
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3/15/2004
Hi
my name is John "Doc" Smith and I write the newsletter for VVA
Chapter 290 in St. Cloud, MN
I wrote an article on Tony Proszek and the family contacted me to find out if I
could find anyone who knew him in the service. One of our members Ray Feia was
going to look into this as he was a Blackhorse guy, unfortunately Ray passed
away on Feb. 15th from a fall at home. If anyone can help me out it would be
gratefully appreciated by his family and by myself. Also if anyone can remember
John Loidolt who served with Blackhorse and was wounded in Cambodia he has no
recollection of what happened. He just found out last month where he was
wounded. Bolo woods. If anyone recalls John you can contact me at
www.vvachapter290.org
Thanks to all you troopers and Welcome Home
"Doc"
smithj@astound.net
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3/1/2004
Looking
for the two johns who were on the boats that went over. Both were Mormons and
we held services at Meade and on the ship. Would like to hear from either of
them or know what they are doing. My name is Delbert Douglas Hunt, A troop 1966
My email is dougiedo1@hotmail.com
. If you should e-me put Blackhorse in the subject.
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Would like to hear from men I served with. Phone is 618.542.8415
John(Red) Reel. (2nd plt 69-70)
1736 Old DuQuoin Rd
DuQuoin, Illinois 62832
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1/26/2004
I
was the wife of Sgt. Earl Cartrette D22. Earl passed from this world 18 Feb.
1992. We had 3 sons, Earl Jr., Lewis and Anthony. Earl Jr. is also deceased 25
June 1996 serving in the Air Force in Dharan Saudi Arabia. He was among 19
Airmen killed in a terrorist attack on what was known as Khobar Towers.
Thankfully Earl Sr. was not here to know this. I would like any information
that you may have also so that I may pass it on to my other children. If you
have any other questions feel free to email me also dmoehmann@aol.com.
Sincerely,
Denise M. Eichstaedt
<Dmoehmann@aol.com>
My name is Lewis Cartrette i am trying to find out information about my father Earl Cartrette he passed away in February of 1992 and left a lot of unanswered questions about his past. please tell me what information you might have or anyone who might have some information regarding him. thank you for your time
lou
cartrett
<biglou_23@sbcglobal.net>
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1/26/2004
Trying to contact Cpt Hensely for VA claim for my brother who was injured 7 Feb 1970. He was crushed by turret, transferred to Bien Hoa and then Yokohama. I was with 9th inf, he Delta 1968-69 as a grunt and older brother Norm had three tours, 173rd ABN and 101st ABN. Thanks for any help
Ray
Pineau
<rapineau@megalink.net>
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1/26/2004
This
is Shawn Rorah. I tried to contact big bud but the email address listed on the
site wouldn't go through for me.
I am trying to see if anyone who served in the Blackhorse in '67 and '68 might
have known my friends dad, David Lalande. He was in nam from 67-68. I told my
friend Dave jr and his mom I would try to find out more about big Dave's time
in service. I am hoping you know how to big dog this better than I can.
unfortunately, I can find no record of what troop or squadron he was in...
With thanks from the Laland family,
Shawn
<rile69@wowway.com>
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1/19/2004
Brother
Trooper,
I was in D Company from April-69 through March 70. I was TC on D-23 (DARLIN)
after Payne. I was along side D-22 Cartrette.
I went into Head quarters platoon my last few weeks in country. I have quite a
few photos I would be happy to share with you.
Welcome Home Brother,
John Blazaitis
<johnandrita@acrnet.com>
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11/11/2003
Harlan Smythe, I received the picture of the Dudley Doright but my computer
blew up and I lost everything including your e-mail address. If you could
resend the picture to me I would appreciate it. It is a great picture because
it shows exactly how and where to place the name on the track.
Thank you and Happy Veterans Day
Scott Gaylor
sagaylor@adelphia.net
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9/23/2003
I was in D Co .1/11ACR. I was there when SSG Smith was Killed. He Took A Round in the back. They throught it was from friendly fire. Chicken Man was killed when an RPG hit his antenna by the loaders hatch. Major Bronson was 1st.Squadon Commander. Has anyone heard from Larry Shaffer (Peaches) or Donald Frazier (Smiley). I was in maint. I Rode on the M-88. SSG Dorthey was the Motor SSG. I was there when we blew up the 88 with the Land Mine also a tank and 2 Acavs. I am Robert Nugent I was a SP/4 at the time.
Robert Nugent <robertnugent2002@yahoo.com>
5/30/2003
My dad SSGT Charles Love with the MACV team 47 served with a troop and D co.1/11 ACR in 68 and 69 until he was killed in Dec of 69.Does anyone remember him?
Thank
you,
Tonita Clemons
<blade2@gate.net>
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5/28/2003
Some
how or another this day comes around each year Memorial day,,,,how do I
remember it well I stop and consider how much I have gained by just being
allowed to live these 70 yrs I am still convinced that I have lived the best
years this country had to offer and so to all of you I extend my thanks for
having been and allowing me to serve with you. Hang on to the memories and
remember someone you haven't for a long time and remember a vet the memories
are yours the someone is
probably thinking of you and you are A VET and take time and be good to
yourself. You above all others have earned it.
And to the regiment
Allons Blackhorse
Embree
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5/13/2003
I
am looking for some pictures of M577 "Dudley Doright" and D66
"Dragon Daddy" from 1970 around the time of the invasion of Cambodia.
I am building models of these vehicles and need some reference material. Could
you post my request and e-mail address on the message board?
Thanks,
Scott Gaylor
<sagaylor@adelphia.net>
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3/28/2003
Still
looking for Dean Clouse, anyone heard from him?
ALLONS
Dan Newman
<DWNewman07@aol.com>
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1/25/2003
Bill Harponski, who served with both the Blackhorse and the 1/4 Cav, is writing a book on the battles of Atlas Wedge in the Michelin in March '69 and would very much like to correspond with D company troopers who were there. Bill says: " Jim: I'm coming along quite well in reconstructing the Michelin battle on that day, with many original records from various sources shedding considerable light on it. D Company minus 1 platoon road marched up Highway 13, came down the swath toward the Michelin, arrived 4 km short of Fire Support Base Doc, went into NDP at dark on the 29th, and SP'd in the attack from Doc at 0600. Would you be able to put me in touch with any D troopers who were in that battle in which Lyle Aston was KIA, especially any in his platoon? I've requested 11 ACR logs which may identify which two platoons were there, but maybe someone already knows. The battle will be an important part of my book. "
Thanks.
Bill
<haponski@seacove.net>
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12/23/2002
Does
anyone have Cpt. Hensley's e-mail address? I drove his PC for a couple of weeks
when I first came in-country and would like to say hello.
Ron Pineau
< ronapine@midmaine.com.>
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12/11/2002
I
am Don C Smith's daughter Susan. My dad was in D Company, Squadron 1. If you
have any information on my father while he was in Vietnam, my brother and
I would greatly appreciate it. I have had no luck with any response from anyone
that may have been with him. He was killed April 16th 1968. You can
contact me at work at this e-mail address or you can write to me at my
home. Thanks for your help and God Bless You All!!
Susan
(Smith) Poor
People can respond to me at this e-mail <DrStrath@aol.com>
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9/24/2002
One picture I have has him standing at the back end of a M48 holding a M-16 rifle,
and in other pictures of him you can see the 11th ACR patch on his
sleeve. Unfortunately, he never mentioned if he was ever a
gunner or not.
I appreciate any help you can provide with this. People can respond to me
at this e-mail (stew@valkymmyr.com)
Thank you,
Robert J. Stewart III
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9/16/2002
Be
advised all you Tankers, that 4th Platoon ACAV Scout Section from 1968 is alive
and kicking we now have 3 bonafied Delta Company members: Spec 4 Leroy
Zacherle, Driver Delta 31, Spec 4 Gareth Burgman, Driver Delta 46, Spec 4 James
Mullican, Gunner, Delta 49. It is taking awhile but we are going to prove there
was a 4th Platoon Scout Section!!!
JPMullic@aol.com
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9/16/2002
David:
My name is Ron Goldthwaite from Derry, NH. I found your D-Co. website about a
year ago and would like to thank you for setting it up. I'm thinking we may
have crossed paths as I got "in country" in Nov. 69 but| can't|
remember the date I took the reverse of your "exit route",
(Long-Binh, | Quan-Loi, Loc-Ninh).
I remember we had a NDP at the "runway" at Loc-Ninh and being a
medic I was put on Tank 23? or 25? I think. (This tank had a monkey
also!). I remember a few RIFs in the area and a quick call for assist to ARVN's
with US advisor (I was told) North of village, past the plantation with the
swimming pool, past the Hospital (without windows). North a few clicks,
just beyond a ditch. We were too late! I can still remember the
"sweet" smell. A mix of crushed vegetation, sweat and blood!
(and death). I'm guessing it was mid-Dec. 69. Were you there? Someone stayed
back with the CP I think. When Christmas came we were back at Quan-Loi
for Maintenance. stand-down. Anyway, Thanks for softening up war-zone C for us
and take it easy,
"Ron Goldthwaite" <rgoldthw@ix.netcom.com>
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9/3/2002
Answer
to DCo Mess Hall chairs at Blackhorse 11ACR base camp at XUAN
LOC,Rebublic of Vietnam, All chairs in the mess hall had ,chair back covers,
They were white with green piping on the sides, and two snaps on the bottom to
hold them in place on the top in black capital letters, DELTA COMPANY,, in the
center is the Blackhorse patch in color with silver around the patch,,, on the
bottom under the patch in black capitals letters 1st SQUADRON .
I had remembered them, even though i was only at Blackhorse maybe twice. and
had asked about them many years ago, GUESS WHAT!!!! one came in the mail the
other day. I will take pictures and send them to you to put on the photo
section.
ALLONS
JOHN C. 68- 69 DCo.
John Carbetta <Carb11acr@aol.com>
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8/30/2002
D Co. Mess Hall at Blackhorse Republic of Vietnam. What was on all the chair backs, what was printed on them and what was pictured?
ALLONS
carb.
John Carbetta <Carb11acr@aol.com>
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8/9/2002
James,
I just found the D Co web site and saw your question about who the company
commander was before me. his name is Richard E. Kramer. he was a West Point
grad who went into the Air Force for two years then transferred into the Army
as a Capt. he was in the air cav troop before coming down to D Co as the CO.
...If I can be of any further help........let me know.
Jerry (former Capt Hensley)
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7/31/2002
I'm
looking for some of the men who served with my uncle and may have photos. He
was KIA in Cambodia on 6-17-70.If you could help please let me know. I' ve had
no luck on the internet. Thank you for your time.
Sincerely,
Kimberly Bell-Ryals
<kimberlyr@jesup.net>
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7/31/2002
Any troopers remember Drolletts Drunks 69-70 ?
ALLONS
Daniel W. Newman
DWNewman07@aol.com
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6/3/2002
Why are there so few names on the reunion registration list from D Co? Come on
guys, get registered and show up. Looking forward to seeing you
guys.
Jerry Williamson <jerryinv@juno.com>
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5/21/2002
Greetings. If anyone does get in touch with Dean Clouse, please say HI for me.
I was his TC on "1Alpha" for a while. (Known to one and all as
"Possum") He was quite a guy. I remember him getting all upset when I
screamed because of a huge scorpion on my shoulder. He was stuck in the
driver's hatch, covered in brush and crap and had no idea of what might be
going on. (this was in the Tay Ninh area in '69).
Take care TTYl, Allons.
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4/22/2002
My name is George Augustine. I was in Germany in the 1/33rd Armor with an old
Buddy by the name of Alfred Bustos (tank driver). He was sent to Nam in 69 and
was assigned to the 11th ACR. I was wondering if you could post this on your
board. I really don't know which Troop he went to so I am leaving Messages on
as many as I find. we were best Buddies and lost contact.
I was assigned to C2/34th Armor in I corp. I was aT/C in 2nd platoon. I was hit
on May 10, 1969 in the Ashau valley supporting the 101st.
thanks so much bro
"Tankers, Mount up till the End"!!!
George
SSG T/C
C/2/34th Armor
25th Inf. div.
C/O 101st Abn Div
1969
George Augustine <Vietvetart1@aol.com>
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4/10/2002
What
was the name of the CO after Cpt Caldwell, before Cpt Hensley.?????? 1969.
Anyone ???
"James
Johnson" <jijhnson@midwest.net>
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Help
me out guys! I need to know company commander, platoon leader and the first
sgt's name of Delta Company during the time span of February 1968-69.
Sorry but I am suffering from a severe case of CRS syndrome! I want the Fourth
Platoon leader's name.
Sgt. James Mullican, Delta 49r, scout section
JPMullic@aol.com
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Hello!!!
I am from Germany near Fulda, and I would say,that I miss the 11th
ACR!!!It was a very nice time!!!
Another think, maybe you can help me. As remember I am collecting the
Coins of the 11th ACR,maybe you can help me to find some!!!
Thank you very much for all!!!
Greatings
from Germany
MarcoMarco2-Lehmann@t-online.de (Marco Lehmann)
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Hi
Guys,
I wanted to update you on some details regarding the memorial dedication for
Allan in May. We've learned that it will be held on May 23rd, 2002 (a Thu) at
10 AM in Decatur, GA. The location is the Decatur Court House Square. This area
is now a part of the greater Atlanta area and is east of the downtown area. A
reception is planned for the evening of the 22d for family and friends. This
memorial is dedicated in Allan's memory by the Atlanta Viet Nam Veterans
Business Association. They have done a magnificent job since 1987 of erecting a
memorial to an Atlanta area service members killed in Viet Nam. I encourage
each of you to go to their web site for a more in depth look at what they have
accomplished. Go to <www.avvba.org/index.html>
I don't have everyone's email address, so if you have someone not on this list,
please forward it to them. We will be receiving more information regarding
hotels/motels in the area and additional details so I'll be sure to pass
everything along. I sincerely hope that Delta Company can turn out in force to
honor one of our own.
Allons!
Tim
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Looking for Donald Coleman, DCo.1st. plt. 11ACR. Don was the driver on tank 13, last seen 4/18/69, when he was dusted off. Don transferred to 'Nam from Germany, he did boxing in the Army, Golden Gloves Army or Calif. where he is from. Don may not see this. RPG to his vision blocks.
Allons
Don.<Carb11acr@aol.com>
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DAVE
COULD YOU ADD IN OUR DELTA COMPANY CONTACT SECTION THAT I'VE RETIRED-RETIRED
FROM KOREA(EFF:APR.7) TO: ANGELES CITY PHILIPPINES (WHERE CLARK A.F.B. USED TO
BE) AND ENJOYING LIFE TO THE FULLEST! E-MAIL ADDRESS IS STILL GOOD. SEE
ATTACHMENT FOR JUST HOW GOOD...A RETIRED E-6 CAN LIVE LIKE A KING HERE WITH
OVER 2000 OTHER VIET-NAM VETS,, BEERS ARE 12 CENTS FOR EXAMPLE,
GET MY DRIFT? OUT HERE, AND THANKS FOR WHAT YOU ARE DOING FOR US. ALLONS!
WHAT A PLACE FOR A REUNION!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
RICK "GUNNER" WAGNER
MSG. USA. MED. RET.
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ALLONS
-- MY NAME IS JOHN ORR. I WAS IN D CO. 1/st Squadron. I TRAINED WITH D
CO. IN CAMP PICKET AND THEN WENT TO FORT MEADE AND THEN ACROSS THE POND TO NAM
(66-67) I SEE A FEW OF THE GUYS LISTED ON THE GREETINGS BOARD AND WONDER WHAT
HAS HAPPENED TO THE REST.
IF ANY ONE KNOWS WHERE THEY ARE, PLEASE E MAIL ME. I SPENT 3 YEARS IN GREEN.
THE LAST YEAR I SPENT IN GREEN WAS AT CAMP ROBERTS CA., THERE I TRIED OUT NEW
WEAPONS FOR NAM AND I WAS A SNIPER IN DOWN TOWN L A IN 68. I HAVE STAYED IN
TOUCH WITH JIM LINDSAY ALL THESE YEARS (HE WAS OUR COOK). DOES ANY ONE KNOW
WHAT HAPPENED TO OUR XO? TIME MOVES ON, BUT I STILL CAN SEE EVERY ONE WHO WAS
THERE. SOME DAY I HOPE TO SEE YOU ALL AT A REUNION.
ALLONS--JOHN ORR e mail at hootlady@networld.com
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Hello
Black horse Brothers,
My name is Alan Priddy. I was with 1/11ACR in 1970. I was with
1/How, C Troop and 1/HHT. C.J.Frank of C Troop and myself have started a
new unlisted yahoo club exclusively for "BLACK HORSE VIETNAM VETS
ONLY"." Unlisted" means it's a private club and cannot be
accessed except by members. Our mission is to "REUNITE THE BROTHERHOOD BY
COMMUNICATION". We are able to communicate by posting typed messages as
well as voice and typed message chat. There are many photos and links of
interest. We are trying to build a club we can all be proud of. Membership can
only be attained by an invite from a club founder. If you would be
interested in joining our group, please e-mail me, giving me a little
background, including unit served with and dates and I will send you more
information and an invite to the club.
Thanks for your time my friends. ALLONS!!!!!!! ALAN
My homepage http://home.triad.rr.com/blkhorse70
e-mail me at blkhorse70@yahoo.com
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Jeff
Russell
My name is Jeff Russell and I am the eldest son of the late Harold Russell. I
am writing to you in the hopes that either you or those that visit your web
page can provide me with information concerning my father.
My father and mother separated within days of my birth in May of 1968 and I did
not meet him until the mid 1990s through the efforts of my then wife. We met
only a few times after that as he lived in Radcliff, Kentucky and I in Toronto,
Ontario, Canada. We were able to converse with each other but it was
understandably ackward. Shortly after separating with my mother he enlisted in
the United States Army at Detroit, Michigan with the express purpose of going
to Vietnam. Prior to joining the U.S. Army he had served in the Canadian Army.
I did not bring up the subject of his service in Vietnam with him when we did
talk as I knew it was a sensitive subject with him and rightly so. I do know
that he went on to make the U.S. Army his career and he retired as a Command
Sergeant Major in 1992 or 1994 I believe from Fort Riley, Kansas. Sadly, he
succumbed to cancer in August of 1999 and was buried in Arlington National
Cemetery with full military honours. I will never forget that day as it is
forever etched in my memory.
I know through communicating with Ollie Pickral of the 11thACVVC that my father
was in country from April of 1970 to March 1971 and that he was with the 1st
Squadron D Company. I believe he held the rank of sergeant but I cannot be sure
of this. What I am asking of you and/or your readers is for any information you
can provide me with respect to my fathers' time in Vietnam be they stories,
what he was like, etc. and realize that anything be it good or bad will be of a
great help to me in my efforts to understand this part of his life.
Thanking you in advance for your time and consideration,
Yours truly,
Jeff Russell j_a_russell@yahoo.com
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Rick Wagner
Add me to your list, I was on 55a most of the first
year till I got "smoked" on operation Junction-City, a few months
after Jim Fitzpatric rotated to the states. After 93 evac got infused to 3/5
cav with Anderson of the first plt. Got smoked twice in a 18 month period, then
was an adviser to the ARVN 10th cav in Xuan-loc, after we came out of cambodia
in April 70 and again wounded. The army sent me home, stayed another 18 years
mostly Germany (all div.cav squadrons). Never was a double patch guy. Retired
Dec87 with 23.1 years. Now a contractor in Korea. Still training troops on
tanks(simulators,simnet-cctt) for the last 13 years. Made reuions in 86-87 but
went to Germany and missed all the ones after that. You know I used to stop by
even in Quan-loi to see the guys but after those two guys were killed on my old
tank I just couldn't any more. Something I obviously regret, hence this
letter.The only guy I knew then in delta was SSGT Embree who I knew in a tour
in Korea before Nam, plus we went over together with the cav on the boat in
'66. It just wasn't the same.. like I was seeing guys who I knew couldnt have
possibily been there. Thanks again Dave,owe ya a big one! here is a pic of me
an fitz(he is on the right).
allons bro, and thanks again.
rick (gunner) wagner
<gunner.wagner@usa.net>
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Ed Hayes
"Welcome
Home" to all Blackhorse Troopers , but especially to the ones who served
with "D" company 1st Squadron.
My name is Ed Hayes. I was one of the boat people. I was in Nam 66 and 67. I
was on D-22 with Sgt.Vick, (until he was wounded) Tanigawa (spelling wrong I'm
sure) and Herough (Rough). Some of my other buddies were "Skaggs",
"Harris", "Oshiro", "Findley",
"Proszek" (was KIA) and others that I can't remember their names. I
would love to hear from anyone that I served with. I have not talked to or seen
any of the guys that I served with. I am a Life member of the 11th ACVVC and am
very proud to say that "I am a Vietnam Veteran" and was a member of
the 11th Cav.I have not been able to get to any of the reunions but am going to
try to get to 2001.
Edward_Hayes@atk.com or ehayes22@cs.com
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Jim Fitzpatrick <fnfdesign@xpres.net>
I
was the T.C. of 55A . A” boat person " who went over to Nam from Fort
Meade in 1966. My name is Jim Fitzpatrick, and I was a SSgt. I have been looking for Rick Wagner, my
loader. I heard he retired from the Army
as a MSgt in 1983? Also looking for my
driver, “Hammy Leasure”, and my gunner Jimmy Harris who was from Ohio. I am a member of the 11ACVVNAC and the
Blackhorse Association. I can be
reached .at the email address above or by calling area code 781, 837-2748.
ALLONS
JIM
FITZPATRICK
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David
Gene Garcia. garciaqhranch@hotmail.com
My wife found your e-mail list of the Blackhorse 11th ACR 1st Squad,D Company.
We're so excited. I've been looking for someone who may have served with
me in Nam. I was there from Nov 67 to July 68. I'm trying to locate someone who
can help me to remember events of 30+ years ago. I was an E4. My home
town was Santa Fe, New Mexico. Some of the guys I was close to were Don
Averton, Jim Holen, and Mike ????can't remember his name! I'm not sure how to
spell their names. Please list me on your e-mail list. My name is David Gene
Garcia. My e-mail address is: garciaqhranch@hotmail.com.
Thank you for your help.I e-mailed you earlier today, but I think it got
lost. I'm new at this computer stuff.
My name is David Gene Garcia. I served with the 11acr, D Company, Nov'67 to Jul'68 in country. I was an E4. My hometown was Santa Fe, New Mexico. Does anyone out there remember me? I was able to contact Jim Holan after 30+ years. It was great to hear his voice! My Capt was Martin Tori. I remember Lt Rucker, Lt Reid, Sgt Brown, Mike Cooney, D Aberton. I'm not sure if I spelled their names right. If you have any information that would help, please contact me at my e-mail address, which is garciaqhranch@hotmail.com.
Welcome home, my brothers.
Sincerely,
David Gene Garcia
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I
AM ATTEMPTING TO LOCATE DEAN CLOUSE WHO WAS IN D COMPANY IN '69-70 ANYONE
KNOWING DEAN OR HOW I CAN GET INTO CONTACT WITH HIM PLEASE LET ME KNOW.
DANNY WEASENFORTH
JOE1149@AOL.COM
C TRP. 1/11 ACR 69-70
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Anyone in D Co. my name is Jim Lawyer, was on SSGT's Embree`s tank. My tour was from Aug 68-Aug 69
Jim
Lawyer
: "The Lawyers" <THELAWYERS@prodigy.net>